There are actually several calibers that may be used for long range shooting. The 7.62 NATO (close to .308, but not the same) is a frequently used compromise. While it has less range than a monster like the .50 BMG, it is a lot easier to carry one 20 kilometers through jungle, but has a much greater range than the 5.56 cartridge.
Several dozen different rifles- it is a very popular caliber for hunting, target shooting, and military use,
The 308 caliber guns are more expensive than 5.56 assault rifles.
Marlin makes a .308
NO. It is too long. If you mean 7.62x54R, the R means RIMMED- .308 is rimless. Two totally different rounds from different centuries. 308 is 7.62x51
Any question like this will be subjective. The US military uses the .223 Remington as it's standard caliber, but most police forces use the .308 Winchester for their SWAT team snipers.
Yes, the .308 caliber cartridge, known as the 7.62x51mm NATO, is widely used by military forces around the world. It was adopted by NATO in the 1950s and is utilized in various firearms, including rifles and machine guns. The .308 is known for its accuracy and effectiveness at longer ranges, making it a preferred choice for marksmen and designated marksman roles.
The .308 Winchester is equivalent to the 7.62x51mm NATO cartridge, as they share the same dimensions and ballistic characteristics. While the .308 is a commercial round, the 7.62 NATO is its military counterpart. Both cartridges can be fired from the same rifles designed for either caliber, though it's important to check specific firearm compatibility.
No way to answer without more information on both rifles.
Some common caliber's used for hunting are .308, 30-06. It all depends on what you are hunting. Personally I would recommend a .308, especially for a beginner. It's a common enough round and there are a number of widely supported rifles that can be chambered in .308. In addition it's somewhat on the smaller end of big game caliber's, if you plan on just getting small game or varmint hunting you might look into something smaller, but if not stay above .308.
As with all guns, the value depends on rarity and condition. A 788 in good condition in the most common caliber, .308, will sell for about $300 and up. It has this high value because it was one of the most accurate rifles ever sold, and is still being used by custom gun builders to make target rifles.
No. The ammo used by military snipers (not designated marksmen) is hand loaded by the Ordinance Corps. Also, the military doesn't use .308 - they use 7.62x51, which matches the .308 Winchester in dimension, but differs in areas such as neck angles and case thickness.
Military snipers commonly use the M24 Sniper Weapon System in the U.S. Army, which is based on the Remington 700 bolt-action rifle. Other branches and countries may use different models, such as the M40 series in the Marine Corps or the Accuracy International Arctic Warfare series in various military forces. These rifles are typically chambered in calibers like .308 Winchester or 7.62x51mm NATO, offering high precision and range for long-distance engagements.